After scanning all the physical documentation that I had in my office, I managed to transfer it to digital format through the OCR tool that has Soda PDF, which allowed me to have a better management of my documents, since previously I had to review a large amount of files in search of some document. Also, I can edit PDF files according to what I need and sign them digitally.

I like the fact that you have an OCR tool to recognize the text in the images, so you can then edit that text in PDF. You can convert PDF files to Word, Excel, RTF and other formats. Another advantage of using Soda is that I receive email updates about its new features, which include instructions for use and video tutorials. Also, I can create a custom toolbar, where I include the tools I use most.

At times, when trying to print files in batches, the software stops responding and I have to open the documents again.

Overall? Excellent! This is a VERY user-friendly way to both create and convert PDFs, edit/fill in a PDF, sign a PDF with a created signature, and then deliver/download/share. If for some reason I need to have a colleague review a document, the review/comment function is great for easily getting document feedback. We don't use that feature as often, but it's nice to have in the available functions.

It's easy to use with little to no formal training -- very intuitive. I like that it converts documents TO PDF, PDF to MSWord or other types of files, and lets me upload a document for PDF filler access. I think forms are more professional when they're typed instead of being handwritten -- cleaner and neater for sure! We use SODA to upload forms sent to us, then fill in via the PDF filler. I love how easy SODA is to use via Mac/PC, tablets, and phones. Even when my staff and I are outside the office -- at home or on the road -- we can access SODA to ensure our work continues seamlessly. PDFs created can be saved to the Cloud, Desktop, or even e-mailed. I love this software/app!

My only small complaint is that it can be hard to locate a file once it's complete. That's likely on me instead of SODA. We downloaded the software/app, and have been learning as we go. Perhaps some training on our part would make archiving easier.

This software seems to be fairly feature-complete and I could definitely see it as a strong competitor to Adobe Acrobat. However, I couldn't tell you how well any of those features work because essentially none of the features are available unless you use a paid version. The issue I have with this software (and the reason I'm writing this review) is that I feel like they gave me a bait-and-switch. I have been using the built-in PDF viewer in Mozilla Firefox to view PDFs, but have been looking for a free software that will allow me to manage bookmarks in PDF files. From my research on Google and looking through the website for Soda PDF, I was given the idea that Soda PDF offers a free version of the software. I have attempted to use this "free version", but it seems there was absolutely zero point in installing this software, as literally all it can do is view PDF files, which can be done by any modern browser, including the ones that come pre-installed on every operating system. So the "free version" of the software is a waste of your time, as it doesn't actually provide any useful functionality that your computer doesn't already have. I've seen it referred to as the "free trial" in a few places, and it certainly doesn't live up to that name either, unless your intent is to "try" looking at the "you've discovered a premium feature" screen, since pretty much every button gives you that popup. This is less of a "free version" and more of an advertisement you can install.

Easy Installation Attractive and user-friendly interface Wealth of features (when using paid version)

Website and search engines falsely indicate this is free software

It gives people a more intuitive option for pdfs and there's a free version that people can try easily before they purchase the full-featured one.

It has all of the features that you need for making pdfs and then some. It's really intuitive, I think more intuitive than it's major competitor.

Even after you purchase the full upgrade, they keep pestering you to spend more and upgrade. OK, I get it, you want to sell me more product. But I had to turn off notifications multiple times and it was a headache.

Best pdf editing tool online and offline as well, it has a desktop version for download, and can work on documents offline

Easy to edit/modify pdf files, easy to add digital signature

limited features, can not use multiple features at a time e.g. edit and merge pdf, add new pages etc

the features. I was removing watermarks.

very choppy. did not function properly. I paid to download my pdf and it made my create an account. That account is invalid though.

Wonderful experience with this little but useful tool

Because it is open source, I liked the Soda PDF as can be deployed to mostly all the platforms

OCR I.e optical character recognition can be improved

For the first several years of using the program I was satisfied, since this issue with Avast came up about 2 years ago, I have not been able to use Soda and have purchases Adobe PDF.

Early editions were easy to use pdf generation and editing tools that would occasionally crash, but the ease of use compared to Adobe PDF made Soda a superior option.

After updating to Soda 12, it became impossible to use the software because Avast recognized the adware within the program as malware. It has been a year going back and forth with Customer Service and though they respond with instructions to remove all references of the program, disable Avast and then reinstall, nothing has worker. I even tried to go back to Soda 8, but still Avast detects the adware and it blocks the program. I cannot recommend this product based on my experience

Initially, my old version of SodaPDF suddenly stopped working - "your subscription expired" - but logging onto their website and finidng that my subscription is good through 2022 did not make me happy. Then finding out that the old version I was using MUST be upgraded - NO ANDS IFS OR BUTS. New version to me is VERY clunky - I liked SEEING a title that read "crop" - not having to hover over multiple buttons to find what I wanted. Crop function is horrible. If I have a 8.5x11 document (landscape), dragging the left most bar changes the top one - top drag changes the right side, right side changes the bottom - bottom...well, bottom does not allow you to drag it at all. FORCES you to use a slider bar set to the right of the drag bars. VERY inconvenient. Finally got my crop where I wanted it. Program crashed. Tried again - SAVED this time. Crashed after save. 3rd opening, finally was able to print what I needed. I am honestly horrified to try other functions - took me longer to find the simple things I wanted rather than using an intuitive "title" system (yes, I can hover over icons, but JUST SHOW ME THE TITLE.

Horribly clunky interface that does not work as expected.

Usage wise it was effective from a basic point of view. Customer support extremely poor.

Reasonably easy to use and inexpensive within limits

Decided not to renew but Soda won't let me remove my credit card details

It offers nice pdf editing features required for a small company.

Didn't really like the overall buying experience. We've got a limited-time offer to upgrade from a free trial. The price was supposedly around $46 for a Pro version (1-year subscription), but then we were shocked to see we were charged almost the double amount - $85. It appears they included a bunch of spam products in this subscription, but it was not really clearly presented to us, end-users. Also, we didn't get the Mastercard 3Dsecure confirmation code, so that's a major security concern.

The ease of use and daily interaction with same is good and allows the company to do what it needs to do with regards to portable document management.

Soda was selected as an alternative to Adobe based on price and was presently surprised to find what was covered in the base product when comparing.

The initial set up was tricky as it is linked to an online account and having a second account caused issues.

Great program but suddenly stops. The customer support and activation process is pathetic. Will probably look for another pdf program as my time is too valuable to waste on a product which is too clumsy to be involved with.

All round a very good program and easy to use.

Previous copy suddenly stopped working 5 months after installation. Assumed perhaps expiry date may have been reached so bought a new copy. Activation code not sent for newly purchased copy. Support response just heaps of pro-forma pre written garbage messages from auto responder.

Not good.

Measuring to scale on the drawings, snapshots...

Editing, and adding comments or highlighting colouring...

They just deleted me and my perpetual subscription for the crime of trying to use it. I have been canceled. They do not honor their contracts. Dishonorable.

I was using soda 9. It was a bit clunky but served my purpose for a lower price than an adobe subscription

I bought a perpetual use license to use soda 9 forever for one purchase price. They have now changed their pricing structure to a monthly subscription. As I updated my computer I had to download the free version and then convert to my subscription. They (soda) have made it progressively harder to use my bought and paid for perpetual subscription. My hard drive died so I had to download the free version and switch to my subscription. Suddenly that seemed impossible to do. I have always been able to log onto their site and see my perpetual subscription. I could do that this morning but after trying to apply my subscription to the software I got an email saying I canceled my own subscription and my log in no longer works. So in essence they just canceled me, my subscription and even my log in. Their site now says my user name is no longer recognized by their system.

Terrible; after learning that, I was duped into thinking I made an outright purchase of the product but, in reality, had signed up for a subscription and no response to my printing issues; I tried to cancel and get a refund based on their advertised 100% money back guarantee. All I have received are emails excusing their deceptive marketing and offering me a discount to keep the product, but they are not honoring their 100% refund guarantee. Do not buy from this company, they are not legit.

An alternative to Adobe ease of installation

I use the software to print invoices and shipping labels. The quality of the prints is terrible, so I opened a support ticket but never got a response. I then learned that the "full purchase price" is not an entire purchase but rather a subscription that automatically renews.

All the previous versions were awesome. Great features

Version 12 is horrible, total redone not working friendly. After scanning a page and attaching it to an email, i open to review and i get an error message that reads "The system cannot find the file specified" I never had that issue before. I've tried contacting service and i never heard back from anyone

A bad experience with support. They promised a partial refund and an upgrade to Soda Business Pro+OCR. They sent a link to download this version and it was only a 7-day trial, not the full version. I have tried to contact them but no response to my issue. They have my money but I don't have the program.

I have enjoyed using the program (Soda 10). The ability to sign is great.

The program is fine. The customer support is bad. They do not follow through with their promises.

Had a great experience while using this cool PDF viewer.

SodaPDF easily opens all sorts of PDF files without any issues. It is our go-to PDF tool for viewing and sending PDF files on email.

The PDF should be allowed to be renamed from within the tool itself instead of going to file browser.

If I use word while sharing reports, I may encounter problems. PDF converter required for error-free sharing

I do my file operations without errors, and it is still fast even if there are many pages.

I likeD least about this software would be nice if it was done from the browser without downloading it to the computer.

I decided it wasnt for me. Im pretty sure i requested to cancell but was billed 95.00. I noticed a charge pending with my bank. I contacted again and equested a refund since I had not used the product after the first frustrating day. I kindly asked that I recieve a refund but was only offered 50% back. I believe the Terms of cancellation should be clearly outlined in the same font size when submitting the order rather than insertd with all the small print.

nothing. There is nothing to like. Thats why I stopped using on the first day of trial

It changed all my pdfs to Soda, not something I wanted. Also the very smaall print in the trems of agreement about cancellation

My experience with Soda pdf is great and its a super pdf editor.I recommend everyone using it.Soda pdf is used to convert files in to pdf and to merge pdf's.The pdf's can be compressed through soda pdf.The user-interface is easy to use.

The best feature of soda pdf is that the files can be easily converted to pdf's.The different operations can be performed like merging of pdfs and also compressing pdf's to small size.The process is so fast during the conversion process.It is the best pdf and text editor when compared to other pdf editors.

I think there are no dislikes regarding Soda pdf as it is best than other pdf editors and have more features when compared to other pdf's.

Overall it's a good product.

Soda PDF has many good features and is easy to use. I like that we have an option to pay one price versus a monthly subscription.

Redaction. There is not an option to change the color of the redaction like I can in Adobe Acrobat.

Though one may benefit from it if one purchases it but for acamadecians who have to use it at times only it is expensive

This user friendly software and it uploads pdfs easilyy

After uploading documents it shows make payment for the same.. Then we need to switch to other softwares

Overall, this one of the good pdf apps there is the market. I used to use pdf reader by Adobe it has too many annoying features. So I shifted to soda and kaagaz which is very helpful lately

The watermark feature is free which is mostly paid in other pdf services. Their user interface is soo cool and very easy to use

Their customer support can be improved. They can also improve some features